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Welcome to the West – Crescent Electric
Welcome to the West, Crescent Electric! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Crescent Electric

WDM Watch List: Josh Gummert
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Josh Gummert

WDM Watch List: Logan Reisinger
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Logan Reisinger

Welcome to the West – NEXTAFF
Welcome to the West, NEXTAFF! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – NEXTAFF

Holiday Gift Giving Guide
Everyone is talking about how holiday shopping is going to be challenging this year. Well, guess what isn’t stuck on shipping containers out at sea? All of the incredible things you can buy from our local small businesses. Whether you’re online shopping at home or out and about around town, check out this Ultimate Gift Giving Guide to get some ideas for this holiday season! Continue Reading Holiday Gift Giving Guide

Think Big and Just Get it DONE
This is what we love about our city. We don’t pussyfoot around. We think big and just get it done. Kudos to Mayor Steve Gaer and key city, community, and business leaders who were instrumental in helping to build our city into the world class community it is today. Ranked #1 best place to live in Iowa and #37 best place to live in America by Money Magazine, it’s no wonder people have a passion for West Des Moines. Continue Reading Think Big and Just Get it DONE

The Truth Behind Influence
Is there any part of your job that requires convincing other people to move in your direction—whether that be coworkers, supporters, or customers? Recently, the West Des Moines Chamber’s young professional program had its final educational session of the year with Jim Summers, Max S. Wortman, Jr. Professor and associate professor of management at Iowa State University’s Ivy College of Business. The focus of the session, The Science of Getting to Yes, taught young professional attendees six laws to assist them in influencing others. Continue Reading The Truth Behind Influence

Four Trends for Successful Digital Transformation
Technological innovation is integrated throughout the daily operations of companies across industries. According to a recent Accenture report, “future-ready” organizations – those that are resilient enough to survive a disruption – are twice as efficient and three times as profitable as their peers. Continue Reading Four Trends for Successful Digital Transformation

Welcome to the West – Express Employment
Welcome to the West, Express Employment! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Express Employment

WDM Watch List: MacKenzie Veldman
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: MacKenzie Veldman

10 Things You Need to Know Before Your Customers Swipe
If you sell a produce or service, you probably accept credit cards. Here are ten things to know and consider when exploring merchant processing options. Continue Reading 10 Things You Need to Know Before Your Customers Swipe

Spooky Halloween Fun
Check out all the spooky Halloween fun for you to enjoy with friends and family around West Des Moines! Continue Reading Spooky Halloween Fun

WDM Emerging Leaders
Standout leader from the community featured each month Continue Reading WDM Emerging Leaders

Defend against ransomware attacks with ProCare
Ransomware is a type of malware, or malicious software, that threatens to publish the victim’s data or block access to it until they pay a ransom. Ransomware attacks may target individuals or organizations. These types of cybersecurity attacks are on the rise around the world.
What is the risk of a ransomware attack and how can you protect your business? Keep reading to learn more about these cybersecurity threats and a new way to defend against them. Continue Reading Defend against ransomware attacks with ProCare

WDM Watch List: Jake Kirpes
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jake Kirpes

Welcome to the West – Raccoon River Press
Welcome to the West, Raccoon River Press! Continue Reading Welcome to the West – Raccoon River Press
Moving Offices? Make These Technology Decisions Before Move-In Day
By John Spinner, Real Estate Technology Manager, R&R Technology Services Continue Reading Moving Offices? Make These Technology Decisions Before Move-In Day
The Real Benchmark for Your Portfolio: Your Required Rate of Return
By Zach Dalluge, CFP®, CKA® at Foster Group Continue Reading The Real Benchmark for Your Portfolio: Your Required Rate of Return

West YP Emerging Leader: John Brandt
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading West YP Emerging Leader: John Brandt
A Business Leader’s Guide to Responsible AI
By Lori Love, Eide Bailly Outsourced Accounting Senior Manager | Nick J. Mortensen, Eide Bailly Partner Continue Reading A Business Leader’s Guide to Responsible AI

Why Chambers Matter More Than Ever – Reflections from the ACCE National Convention
By Katherine Harrington – President & CEO, West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and President, WDM Chamber of Commerce Foundation Continue Reading Why Chambers Matter More Than Ever – Reflections from the ACCE National Convention

West YP Emerging Leader: Hayley Roberts
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading West YP Emerging Leader: Hayley Roberts

State of the City 2026: Building America’s Best City
By Katherine Harrington – President & CEO, West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and President, WDM Chamber of Commerce Foundation Continue Reading State of the City 2026: Building America’s Best City
The $10M Question: Do You Need a Family Office?
By Legacy Bridge Private Family Offices Continue Reading The $10M Question: Do You Need a Family Office?
Three Cash Flow Management Tips for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
By Mark Hoger, Business Banking Relationship Manager at Bank of America Iowa Continue Reading Three Cash Flow Management Tips for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
Cognitive Biases in Investing: 10 Patterns That Affect Your Decisions
By Legacy Bridge Private Family Offices Continue Reading Cognitive Biases in Investing: 10 Patterns That Affect Your Decisions


Why Greater Des Moines Shouldn’t Wait for a National AI Strategy
By Katherine Harrington – President & CEO, West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and President, WDM Chamber of Commerce Foundation Continue Reading Why Greater Des Moines Shouldn’t Wait for a National AI Strategy

WDM Watch List: Amos Hunter
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Amos Hunter